Description
Indulge in these rich and gooey Fluffernutter Brownies, a delightful twist on classic brownies with swirls of creamy peanut butter and marshmallow fluff. Perfectly fudgy with a hint of chocolate, these brownies combine the nostalgic flavors of a fluffernutter sandwich in a decadent baked treat.
Ingredients
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Brownie Batter
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Swirl Mixture
- 3/4 cup marshmallow fluff
- 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips or chunks (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the brownies.
- Melt Butter: Melt the butter using a saucepan over low heat or in a microwave-safe bowl, then let it cool slightly to avoid cooking the eggs later.
- Mix Sugars: Whisk the granulated sugar and brown sugar into the melted butter until the mixture is smooth and combined.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture until the batter is glossy and slightly thickened.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gently stir in the cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and salt until just combined. Avoid overmixing for fudgy texture.
- Layer Batter: Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading evenly.
- Add Swirls: Drop spoonfuls of creamy peanut butter and marshmallow fluff on top of the batter layer.
- Swirl Mixture: Using a knife or skewer, gently swirl the peanut butter and marshmallow fluff into the brownie batter for a marbled effect.
- Top with Batter: Pour the remaining brownie batter over the swirled layer and repeat the swirling process with additional peanut butter and fluff if desired.
- Bake: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 28 to 32 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center—it should come out with a few moist crumbs, indicating fudgy brownies.
- Cool: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan to set before slicing into 16 squares for serving.
Notes
- For best results, do not overmix the batter once the dry ingredients are added to maintain a fudgy texture.
- Use parchment paper to line the pan for easy removal and clean-up.
- You can add chocolate chips or chunks into the batter or sprinkle on top for extra chocolate goodness.
- If you prefer a stronger peanut butter flavor, increase the peanut butter swirl quantity slightly.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
